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A19 YXO

2005 BMW 3 Series

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

144,027 mi
Last recorded144,027 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 BMW 3 Series91,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 YXO
MakeBMW
Model3 Series
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 144,027 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 139,672 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 135,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 127,333 miles

Engine oil leak but not excessive

Front Inner brake pads 3/4 ware

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight inner tread ware (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 127,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Wall Deep split (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall Deep Split (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Engine oil leak but not excessive

Front Inner brake pads 3/4 ware

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight inner tread ware (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 123,147 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 112,788 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 104,130 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 95,747 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front and offside front tyres have wear on inside and outside edges

Fail 22 Jan 2015 95,688 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front and offside front tyres have wear on inside and outside edges

Pass 1 Feb 2014 87,799 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 77,526 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 68,715 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs worn

front tyres worn on edges

rear tyres a bit worn

Pass 29 Dec 2010 57,314 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 51,501 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 37,972 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 37,917 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 25,955 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 3 Series?

Based on 12,840,406 MOT tests across 1,004,285 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
6,672
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,004,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 485,475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 323,327
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 253,205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 185,099
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 182,360
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A19 YXO is a 2005 BMW 3 Series in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 BMW 3 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 91,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 3 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 485,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A19 YXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 3 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this BMW 3 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A19 YXO registered?

A19 YXO is a 2005 BMW 3 Series, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is A19 YXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 YXO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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